Explore the historic Gdańsk Old Town with a private walking tour tailored to your interests. Choose from multiple languages and discover the highlights, including St. Mary’s Basilica and the European Solidarity Centre.
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Brama Wyzynna - The tour will start in the main entrance to the medieval city wall, Upland Gate (Brama Wyzynna)
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Golden Gate (Zlota Brama) - Continuing past the Golden Gate and along the historic Dluga street to the Long Market. In the beating heart of the Old Town, you will see medieval architectural monuments such as the Gdansk Town Hall, the Golden House and the 17th century Neptune’s Fountain.
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Dwor Artusa - You will also visit a former meeting place of the city’s merchants, Artus Court (Dwor Artusa), which now serves as a branch of the Gdansk History Museum with collections of local history and arts.
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Motlawa River Embankment (Dlugie Pobrzeze) - Follow your Private Guide to the Green Gate to enjoy the scenic view of Motlawa River.
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St. Mary’s Church - The next point of interest will be the soaring St Mary’s Basilica. Step inside one the largest brick churches in the world to see the grand hall church featuring an ornate altar, organ set, and a royal chapel. The walking tour will end at the 17th century Great Armoury, which is one of the city’s finest examples of Renaissance architecture.
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Wyspa Spichrzow - learn even more about Gdansk and visit other parts of the charming Old Town.The extended route includes the islands on the Motlawa River. Take a walk through the redeveloped island of Wyspa Spichrzow to see old brick structures and warehouse ruins, and learn about the historical background of trade in the city. In Olowianka Old Town you will also see the beautiful red brick Baltic Symphony Hall.
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St. Bridget’s Church (Kosciol sw. Brygidy) - Enrich your Gdansk experience with a visit to St. Bridget’s Church. This hidden Old Town gem is best known as a sanctuary for the leaders of Solidarnosc under martial law. On one of the huge church doors, you can see various Solidarity scenes from August 1980 until the imposition of Martial Law in December 1981. Apart from the fascinating historical background, the church also boasts a display of religious artefacts and a remarkable amber altar, made out of the most recognizable raw material of this region.
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Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970 - You a complete experience of Gdansk, with a route extending from Old Town to the Main Town. See the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers of 1970, commemorating those workers who died in the anti-communist riots, and visit the European Solidarity Centre. In this modern museum you will learn about the Solidarity riots and prominent trade union movement that initiated the end of the communist government in Poland. This is a must-do for the history geeks!
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European Solidarity Centre - Visit the European Solidarity Centre. In this modern museum you will learn about the Solidarity riots and prominent trade union movement that initiated the end of the communist government in Poland. This is a must-do for the history geeks!
- Skip-the-line ticket to the European Solidarity Centre (6-hour option)
- Accommodation pickup in Gdansk Old Town
- Sightseeing in Wyspa Spichrzow (3, 4, 6-hour options)
- Regular tickets to St. Bridget’s Church (4 and 6-hour options)
- Fluent, 5-Star Official Gdansk Guide
- Private Walking Tour of Gdansk Old Town
- Access to St. Mary’s Church free areas (all options)
Select from our range of exceptional tour packages designed according to your preferences and linguistic needs:
Offered in
English, German, Polish, Russian/
Spanish, French, Italian/
Norwegian, or Swedish
2-hour: Tour of the Old Town
Acquire fundamental knowledge about Gdansk’s Old Town, enjoy sights such as the Long Market, Town Hall, Golden Gate, and pay a visit to St. Mary’s Basilica.
3-hour: Exploration of Old Town & Islands
Learn more about the history and significance of Gdansk’s Old Town, tour St Mary’s Basilica, and discover landmarks such as the Long Market, Wyspa Spichrzow, and the Baltic Symphony Hall.
4-hour: A Journey through Old Town, Islands & St Bridget’s Church
Attain in-depth understanding of Gdansk’s Old Town, with a focus on features such as the Long Market, Wyspa Spichrzow, the Baltic Symphony Hall and a tour of St Mary’s Basilica and St. Bridget’s Church.
6-hour: The Ultimate Old Town, Islands, Church & Solidarity Center Experience
Experience the entirety of the Old Town, including a trip to St. Mary’s Basilica, Wyspa Spichrzow, St Bridget’s Church and the European Solidarity Centre.
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information
- Pickup service is available only in the area of Gdansk Old Town. It means that your Private Guide will meet you at your accommodation if it is located within 1,5 km from the meeting point. If your accommodation does not meet these criteria, the tour itinerary may be changed accordingly
- If you provide your accommodation address when making a booking, we will arrange for the guide to pick you up from this Gdansk Old Town address.Otherwise, the guide will meet you at the specified meeting point
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
